David Martinez
Houston,TX
Summary
I am a Finance major and Division I student-athlete on the UTSA Men's Golf Team. I am also involved as a Student-Athlete Advisory Committee representative, College Young Life leader, and Big Brothers Big Sisters mentor. Through athletics, academics, leadership, and service, I have developed a strong passion for representing others, building relationships, and contributing positively to the UTSA community.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
UTSA Men's Golf Team Member
UTSA Athletics
08.2024 - Current
- Commit 40+ hours per week to Division I athletics while maintaining a 3.91 GPA as a Finance major.
- Represent UTSA in NCAA competition, earning 2 career collegiate top-10 finishes.
- Demonstrate discipline, resilience, and time management through year-round practice, tournament travel, strength training, and academic responsibilities.
- Collaborate with coaches and teammates to prepare strategically for competition and contribute to a high-performance team culture.
- Serve as a visible representative of UTSA Athletics, upholding standards of sportsmanship, professionalism, and commitment.
Student Athlete Advisory Committee Representative
UTSA Athletics
08.2025 - Current
- Represent UTSA Men's Golf in SAAC meetings, communicating team perspectives and advocating for the student-athlete experience.
- Serve as a liaison between teammates, SAAC leadership, and athletics staff to share feedback, initiatives, and opportunities.
- Collaborate with representatives across UTSA Athletics to support leadership, service, community engagement, and student-athlete development initiatives.
- Promote team involvement in department-wide events while strengthening communication between Men's Golf and the broader athletic community.
UTSA College Younglife Leader
Young Life College
04.2025 - Current
- Lead and mentor college students through weekly Bible studies, campus outreach, and one-on-one relationship building.
- Led a Bible study for 10 freshman men throughout sophomore year, fostering spiritual growth, accountability, and community.
- Partner with fellow leaders to plan events and create welcoming environments for students exploring faith and campus involvement.
- Strengthen public speaking, interpersonal communication, and leadership skills through group facilitation and student mentorship.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentor
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas
09.2025 - Current
- Mentor a 7-year-old student through consistent one-on-one meetings focused on confidence, character development, and positive decision-making.
- Build a trusted relationship through encouragement, activities, and regular conversation, helping support recent improvements in communication, behavior, and self-confidence.
- Model responsibility, patience, and accountability while creating a stable and encouraging environment for personal growth.
Younglife's Lonehollow Ranch Kitchen Summer Staff
Young Life College
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted with food preparation, kitchen cleaning, and meal service for campers and staff in a high-volume summer camp environment.
- Built discipline, accountability, and attention to detail through long shifts, time-sensitive responsibilities, and team-based service.
- Contributed to a positive guest experience by helping ensure meals were prepared safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Education
BBA - Finance
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-2028
Skills
- Demonstrates leadership through student-athlete representation, campus ministry, mentorship, and team-based athletics
- Proven ability to guide, encourage, and represent others in both formal and informal leadership roles
- Strong communicator with experience speaking publicly, leading group discussions, and serving as a liaison between students and leadership
- Able to listen to others' concerns, communicate feedback, and represent student perspectives professionally
- Passionate about serving others through mentorship, student leadership, and community engagement
- Committed to using leadership roles to support, encourage, and improve the experiences of others
- Demonstrates discipline, accountability, and attention to detail through Division I athletics, academic excellence, and work experience
- Skilled at building meaningful relationships across different communities through mentorship, ministry, athletics, and service
- Experienced in representing student-athlete perspectives and communicating feedback to leadership
Timeline
Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentor
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas
09.2025 - Current
Student Athlete Advisory Committee Representative
UTSA Athletics
08.2025 - Current
Younglife's Lonehollow Ranch Kitchen Summer Staff
Young Life College
06.2025 - 07.2025
UTSA College Younglife Leader
Young Life College
04.2025 - Current
UTSA Men's Golf Team Member
UTSA Athletics
08.2024 - Current
BBA - Finance
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Awards
- Fall of 2025 President's List Selection
- Fall of 2024 & Spring of 2025 Dean's List Selection
- 2024 Texas UIL 6A All-State Team Selection
- 2 Year Varsity Golf Team Captain at Memorial High School
- 86th Ranked Golfer in the High School Class of 2024